Epifani UL Series - Manual (Page 7)

• Getting Started
Now that you’ve become acquainted with the features of your new Epifani Amplifi er it’s time to actually
experience the product. To operate this product to it’s fullest potential please read these instructions
thoroughly.
WARNING! - BEFORE PLUGGING YOUR UNIT IN FOR THE FIRST TIME READ THE FOLLOWING
SECTION CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the
voltage requirements printed on the apparatus (e.g., AC 230V 50 Hz or AC 120V 60Hz.)
Make sure that the voltage selector is set in the proper position for your area. Failure to do so could
result in harm to your amplifi er and void the warranty.
• Connections
1.) Remove the AC cable from the package and fi rmly insert the female end in the AC receptacle
located on the back panel of your amp.
2.) With the amplifi er in the “OFF POSITION” plug the male end of the AC cable into the wall outlet.
3.) Connect the speaker using either the “Speakon™ or 1/4” phone jacks on the rear panel. Make sure
that you are using an “unshielded” speaker cable and that the polarity of the cable is correct. Do
not use a shielded instrument cable to connect speakers to an amplifi er.
4.) NEVER connect plus or minus to ground – (i.e. we highly recommend the use of a “Speakon™
to Speakon™” for a better connection. In the event of a Speakon™ to 1⁄4 inch connection be sure
the connection from the amp to cabinet is made while the amplifi er is OFF. Note - (If you’ve
purchased an Epifani Combo amp the primary speaker connection has already been made.)
5.) Now you can connect your instrument to the amplifi er. Make certain that you are using a “shielded”
instrument cable to connect your instrument to your amplifi er. If you are unsure of the type of
cables you currently own, we advise you take a trip to your local music store and purchase
the appropriate cables.
6.) If you have a passive instrument plug it into the jack marked “Passive” on the front panel. If you
have an active instrument then plug it into the jack marked “Active” on the front panel.
• Powering Up
Before turning your amplifi er on always set the “Master Volume Control” to the zero position.
This will prevent damage to your speakers in the event of a product failure or faulty input signal.
1.) Turn the amplifi er on using the power switch located in the upper right hand corner of the amplifi er
front panel. In the “on” position the indicator on the front panel should be illuminated blue. Upon
power-up the mute feature will engage.
2.) Turn the volume on your instrument to the loudest position.
3.) Next, set the EQ controls (bass, mid, and treble) to zero (twelve o’clock position) and begin playing
aggressively aggressively while turning up the Gain control of the appropriate channel (as indicated by the LED
peak indicator light). When the LED light is green there is still potential to increase the Gain. When
the light turns red your input is too hot and your signal will distort. For the cleanest sounding
results, allow the LED indicator to turn red intermittently (only while playing at the most aggressive
levels). Note: this must be done separately for both Channels 1 Channel 2.
4.) Next, turn the Master Control clockwise to the desired listening volume. Note: make sure the
Mute button is not engaged. At this point you should be hearing your instrument amplifi ed through
the system. Congratulations! You’re only a few steps away from hearing your instrument’s true,
natural character.
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